The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian brings its annual Native Cinema Showcase to online audiences from November 12–18. Continue reading Native Cinema Showcase returns online with a message of resilience
Martha Raye entertained audiences on stage, television, and the silver screen for over 60 years. But some of her most memorable performances were for U.S. troops. Continue reading “Maggie of the Boondocks”: Martha Raye and a lifetime of service to the U.S. Armed Forces
Why do they serve? The answer is grounded in honor and love for their homeland. Continue reading The Remarkable and Complex Legacy of Native American Military Service
Smithsonian leaders discuss how the Institution can be a powerful place for investigating and addressing society’s most difficult issues. Continue reading Why Museums Are Primed to Address Racism and Inequality in the U.S.
The giant mammals consume enormous quantities of marine organisms, three times more than previously thought, then their poop fertilizes the sea. (With video!) Continue reading Some Whales Can Eat Upwards of 16 Tons of Tiny Shrimp a Day
Last month, the Office of Visitor Services and Volunteer Management belatedly celebrated 50 years of service to the Smithsonian. Join us for the celebration! Continue reading OVS celebrates 50 years of service
A one-of-a-kind natural quartz now welcomes visitors to the Natural History Museum. And you thought the Hope Diamond was impressive. Continue reading The Story Behind the New 8,000-Pound Quartz at the Smithsonian
For some creepy Halloween fun, Rebecca Seel combed the collections of the American History Museum to uncover six common phobias—sort of a historical Fear Factor. Continue reading We wants to make your flesh creep
C’mon, they’re adorable! Just think of them as flying puppies. Continue reading Five reasons to love bats
New Glass Now showcases artists challenging the status quo, offering new perspectives, and experimenting with what the medium of glass can do! Continue reading Contemporary Glass Art Exhibition Brings Fresh Global Perspectives to the Renwick Gallery
Join Taliia Smith of the Office of Public Relations' Social Media team as she celebrates Teacher's Appreciation Day by appreciating some teachers. Continue reading Celebrating Smithsonian Educators
We are reevaluating and working to improve the survey to better meet the needs of both staff and leadership. Continue reading Update on the 2025 Smithsonian Employee Perspective Survey
The Smithsonian Excellence in Digital Awards acknowledge, honor, and elevate outstanding staff achievements across a variety of digital disciplines Continue reading Nominations are now open for the 2025 Excellence in Digital Awards
Brachman brings 20 years of experience on Capitol Hill and in the private sector to her new role. Continue reading Anne Brachman named new director of the Office of Government Relations
"Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth." - Muhammad Ali Continue reading Volunteer Spotlight: Maureen Bryant’s half-century of service
